2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | 300 | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6064 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1833 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |